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The Fronczak Files

Foundling Endeavors LLC
DNA Testing
Chicago
Paul Fronczak
Kidnapping
Genealogy
True Crime
Identity
Genetic Genealogy
Cold Cases
Family Dynamics
Adoption
Fronczak Case
Jill Rosenthal
The Fronczak Kidnapping
Jack Lachow
DNA
Child Safety
Not Parent Expected (NPE)
Investigative Genetic Genealogy
Michael Reese Hospital

Mysteries, DNA, and the Search for Who We Really Are.

The Fronczak Files is a gripping podcast that delves deep into the investigation of the abduction of Paul Fronczak, the abandonment of Jack Rosenthal, and the disappearance of Jack’s twin sister Jill. This true crime podcast takes you on a rollercoaster ride through Paul’s experiences, searching for his family and uncovering new mysteries along... more

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Latest Episodes

A kidnapper. A cold case. A call to action.

In the Season 4 finale of The Fronczak Files, Jack and Tracey bring together everything currently known about the team’s new kidnapping suspect: Marcelle. We’ll walk you through every known location connec... more

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A new suspect. A psychological profile. A search for the truth.

In this episode of The Fronczak Files, Jack and Tracey take a deep dive into the world of infant abductions, examining the behavioral patterns, motivations, and psychological profiles o... more

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A plea for help. A search for answers. A revelation that changes everything.

In this episode of The Fronczak Files, Jack and Tracey sit down with Doyle Batey, the younger brother of Billy Ray Baty. Through Doyle’s memories, a complicated portrait be... more

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In this episode of The Fronczak Files, Jack and Tracey follow a clue hidden in plain sight: the surname Baty. What begins as a simple question…where did the name come from?…leads the investigation hundreds of miles from Chicago to Blytheville, Arkans... more

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Recent Guests

Doyle Batey
Brother of Billy Ray Batey, participant in interview
Relative of Billy Ray Batey
Episode: A NEW Suspect | The Fronczak Files S4 Ep. 7
Jack Rosenthal
Twin brother of Paul Fronczak; founder of The Fronczak Files storytelling project
The Fronczak Files
Episode: S3 Bonus Episode: The MAN Behind the Podcast | The Fronczak Files
Sean Anderson
Sean is Jack's second cousin and part of the extended Noga family
Extended Noga family
Episode: The MISSING Pages | The Fronczak Files S3 Ep. 6
Cairenn Binder
Associate Director of the IGG Center and Director of the IGG Certificate Program at Ramapo College
Ramapo College
Episode: S2 Bonus Episode: Training DNA Detectives | The Fronczak Files
Bob Lightner
A Cole baby who discovered his identity and has dedicated himself to helping others find their true identities.
Episode: SOLD at Birth | The Fronczak Files S2 Ep. 10
Logan Gifford
26-year-old husband and expecting father, corporate trainer with a nonprofit, and political advocate.
Episode: BREAKING THE SILENCE: A Brother’s Burden Part One | The Fronczak Files S2 Ep. 6
Alex Tresniowski
Bestselling author, journalist, and storyteller
Episode: On the Road with the Foundling- Part 2| The Fronczak Files S2 Ep. 3
Sam Miller
A man with a traumatic past who believed he might be the kidnapped Paul Fronczak and has shared his journey of self-discovery.
Episode: Mistaken Identity | The Fronczak Files S2 Ep. 1
Nino Perrotta
Former US Secret Service agent turned private investigator
Episode: The Investigation Pt. 1: Someone Knows Something | The Fronczak Files Ep. 7

Hosts

Paul Jack Fronczak
Host with deep background in the case and narrative storytelling.
Tracey Hastings
Co-host bringing historical context and investigative analysis.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Audio

    I absolutely love this podcast. Could you please consider your audio as it’s too low with Tracy and too high with Paul. Makes it a difficult listen with headphones. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    yasminw0r5
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great story but…

    The storyline alone is fantastic and the early seasons tell a good story- if I would have stopped listening after season 1, I would have given a 5star review. Now the but…Season 3 and 4 show cracks in how the hosts judge the individuals that they are discussing. Lorraine, the woman who raised Kevin is judged pretty harshly for wearing “skimpy clothes”, having multiple boyfriends, being a sex worker!!!!, being married 4 times!! Wow. By not adding the perspective of the influence that the time pe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DrPatrick1
    United States2 months ago
  • Could be so much better

    The story is crazy and very interesting. However, every episode is a lot of retelling of the same information we’ve heard in previous episodes. I feel like by the end of every episode, I’ve learned very little new information.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    apmixon
    United States2 months ago
  • Move on

    If you listen to the first season you basically get it all. The fourth season they rehash over and over the same information. They should move on to solving other lost children or at least going over their cases.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JombaJossNH
    United States2 months ago
  • Meandering

    I really wanted to love this podcast. I had some knowledge of the story and I wanted to know more, but I abandoned it halfway through. I found it to be confusing in the extreme, the timeline was impossible to follow, the various characters and family ties weren’t properly explained, and the experts went off on tangents that were irrelevant to the story. Also, the production values aren’t good - there are phone calls where voices aren’t clear and the volume control is all over the place. Plus l I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sjfmul
    Australia2 months ago

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Listeners praise immersive archival storytelling and the depth of research.

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#247
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Talking Points

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S3 Bonus Episode: The MAN Behind the Podcast | The Fronczak Files
Q: What role does the team play in producing the show, and how did you choose them?
We are a small, dedicated team of five who wear multiple hats; I brought in Emily for genetic genealogy, Colleen for research and social media, Tracey as host, and Aidan as editor, because they bring essential expertise and trust.
S3 Bonus Episode: The MAN Behind the Podcast | The Fronczak Files
Q: What motivated you to start your own podcast instead of letting others tell your story?
Seeing incorrect or sensational takes in videos and articles made me realize I needed to control the narrative and present accurate information with the human context.
S3 Bonus Episode: The MAN Behind the Podcast | The Fronczak Files
Q: When you imagined telling your story through The Fronczak Files, what was your vision?
I wanted to correct incorrect public narratives and show the human impact behind the facts, ensuring the audience understands how this story really affects real people.
S2 Bonus Episode: Training DNA Detectives | The Fronczak Files
Q: In your opinion, how could IGG help advance the search for Jill Rosenthal?
Cairenn discusses the potential for IGG to identify Jill if she were a Jane Doe, emphasizing the importance of finding her first and the advantages of SNP testing in such cases.
S2 Bonus Episode: Training DNA Detectives | The Fronczak Files
Q: What makes your certificate program unique from some of the other ones that are out there?
Cairenn explains that their program's uniqueness lies in the direct application of learning to real casework, where students solve actual cases at the end of their training.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fronczak Files

What is The Fronczak Files about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A true-crime podcast that digs into long-running identity mysteries, archival records, and the social context around infant abductions and disappearances. The show blends historical hospital security gaps, cradle-to-grave investigations, DNA and genealogy-driven sleuthing, and interviews or interviews-inspired discussions to illuminate how past systems shaped today's mysteries. Noteworthy are its narrative persistence, willingness to re-examine suspects, and a community-driven call for public records or tips to move cold cases forward. Potential listeners may be drawn to meticulous archival reconstruction, family-history curiosity, and the human impact of unresolved cases, even as pacing and narrative focus can polarize opinions across seas... more

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Recent guests on The Fronczak Files include:

1. Doyle Batey
2. Jack Rosenthal
3. Sean Anderson
4. Cairenn Binder
5. Bob Lightner
6. Logan Gifford
7. Alex Tresniowski
8. Sam Miller

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